Author: Lennart Dodoo

MONROVIA – In 2018, when the freshly minted government led by George M. Weah took over from Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, they were quick to announce that the country’s economy was completely broken. This was emphasized in Pres. Weah’s first Annual Message to the Legislature. Weah said: “… it is possible to inform you that the state of the economy that my administration has inherited, leaves a lot to be desired. This is plain for all to see, for we are all affected by it. Our economy is broken, our government is broke, our currency is in free-fall, inflation is rising,…

Monrovia – The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of Liberia is embroiled in controversy and acrimony over the ‘tenure’ of the Executive Director, Mr. Wilson Tarpeh and the dismissal of Mr. Benjamin S. Karmorh, Jr., the Chief Technical Advisor (CTA), over alleged criminal misconduct.

MONROVIA – President Joseph Boakai reportedly finds himself in dilemma in picking his Minister of Justice who would double as Attorney General as his Vice President, Jeremiah Koung and political ally, Prince Johnson are prevailing on him to pick the chairman of their party, the MDR.

Monrovia – It has been three days since President Joseph Nyuma Boakai assumed leadership in Liberia, and he has been facing some hiccups in appointing cabinet members. It appears that an internal struggle within the Unity Party Alliance has prompted the President to reconsider some of his choices, thereby causing a delay in the announcement of more appointments.

MONROVIA – One of the strong pillars on which President Joseph Boakai ran his election campaign was the promise to fight corruption, a commitment reiterated in his inaugural speech. However, there has been significant corruption within his own party in the days leading up to his inauguration. The affected districts are now calling for an investigation and restitution.

The President of the Republic of Liberia is pleased to nominate the following persons for appointment in government pending Senate confirmation:

MONROVIA – Madam Sara Beysolow Nyanti, a seasoned diplomat with 18 years working experience with the United Nations in various capacities including representing the Secretary General in South Sudan, academic credibility has now come under attack amid rumors that she is President Joseph Boakai’s preferment for Minister of Foreign Affairs.

MONROVIA — In his historic inaugural message, President Joseph Boakai has called on citizens of Liberia to unite in the face of challenges and build a more inclusive and accountable society.

MONROVIA – President Joseph Boakai appears poised to address a pressing issue head-on, seemingly disregarding the implications for one of his key political allies, Nimba County Senator Prince Y. Johnson. President Boakai has committed to formulating plans for the creation of a war and economic crimes court, signaling a determination to address important matters of justice and accountability.

MONROVIA – Under the unmerciful sun, blazing at 29 degrees Celsius, the 80-year-old newly sworn-in President had read his inaugural message for a little over 30 minutes and was still reading. However, signs of discomfort were very visible in his face and body language. Even the zest with which he started his speech had diminished, and as he continued, he nearly fainted. Fortunately, he was assisted to a seated position and fanned repeatedly until he stabilized.